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Universities Ireland National University of Ireland Galway Courses MSc Childhood Speech Language & Communication Needs

MSc Childhood Speech Language & Communication Needs
at National University of Ireland Galway

Galway, Ireland

Tuition Fee € 15,940
Country Rank#14
Duration12 Months
Score IELTS: 6.5 TOEFL: 88

Program Overview

The aim of this MSc in Childhood Speech, Language, and Communication Needs is to provide a critical and conceptually sophisticated understanding of children with SLCN and the contexts of their lives. This programme has been designed to meet the needs of busy practitioners who need to keep up to date with the emerging evidence base when working with children with SLCN in the clinic, classroom, and community. (Note: it is not a professional qualification in speech and language therapy.)

Our flexible blended learning approach, combines face-to-face workshops (e.g., two days per module) and online learning to support you as a busy practitioner with many competing demands on your time. Course activities and skills training enable you to apply knew knowledge and skills directly in the clinic, classroom, and community.

Learning outcomes

On completion of this module, students will be able to:

Discuss the impact which speech, language and communication needs can have across a range of contexts including individual and societal levels (e.g., ICF, Bronfenbrenner)
Discuss the relationship between language and literacy and numeracy in the classroom
Critically appraise the policy context in relation to law/equality, health, and education as it relates to speech, language and communication intervention e.g., Disability Rights perspective, inclusive policies, New Language Curriculum, Early Childhood Curriculum Framework
Discuss the methods which are used to screen for speech and language needs (e.g., those used by teachers, SLTs, and psychologists)
Interpret the results of assessments in order to identify strengths and needs
Discuss specific evidence-based intervention strategies to support children with SLCN in the classroom, clinic and community
Critically appraise service delivery options e.g., pull-out, classroom-based intervention, clinic-based intervention, whole-school approach, models of multi-professional working.

Course Content
The programme is comprised of five core modules (compulsory) plus a minor dissertation. The core modules are:
- Advanced Research Methods
- Narratives in Childhood
- Using Evidence in Practice
- Cultural, Linguistic, & Social Diversity in Health & Education
- Supporting children with SLCN
- Dissertation (thesis) (year long)
Year 1 (90 Credits)
- Required SL5105: Minor Dissertation
- Required SL5104: Supporting Children with SLCN
- Required SL5103: Cultural, Linguistic & Social Diversity in Health & Education
- Required SL5101: Narratives in Childhood
- Required SL5102: Using evidence to inform practice
- Required NU502: Advanced Research Methods
Entry Requirement
Undergraduate and mature students can satisfy matriculation registration requirements for NUI Galway by achieving certain grades in the following examinations.

Leaving certificate (for EU and non-EU)

You need a pass in at least six subjects in the Leaving Certificate in accordance with College requirements with:
- Minimum Grade H5 (Higher Level) in two subjects
- Passes in the remaining four subjects at O6/ H7
You should pick your subjects based on the requirements for entry to your desired course.

All subjects of the Leaving Certificate are accepted for matriculation registration purposes, with the exception of Gaeilge Bonnleibhéal (Irish Foundation Level), Mathematics (Ordinary Alternative/Foundation Level and; Home Economics (General), which is recognised only for St. Angela's College, Sligo.

GCE and GSCE

You need a pass in at least six subjects in accordance with College requirements with at least:
- GCE Advanced Level: Grade C in two recognised subjects and
- GCSE Level: Grade C in four recognised subjects.
You should pick your subjects based on the requirements for entry to your desired course.

English Language Requirement:

IELTS :- 6.5

TOEFL :- 88
Fees & Scholarships
Fees: EU
€7,490 p.a. 2022/23

Fees: Tuition
€7,350 p.a. 2022/23

Fees: Student levy
€140 p.a. 2022/23

Fees: Non EU
€15,940 p.a. 2022/23

Student levy €140 - payable by all students and is not covered by SUSI.
Career Prospect
Career Opportunities
- Are you a health, education, or social care professional? Or someone who is interested in childhood communication impairments?
- Do you want to learn how you can engage, support, educate, and help children with SLCN (aged from birth to 18 years) in the clinic, classroom, and community?
- Do you want to learn how to facilitate the child with SLCN to participate in these contexts, and realise their full communication potential?
With our interdisciplinary MSc, which combines on-line and face-to-face learning, you can continue your professional education and training in the principles and practice of working with children with SLCN.

Cost Of Studying At National University of Ireland Galway

Interest rates as low as 8.9% ^*

250K+

Students Assisted

800Cr+

Loan Amount Disbursed

5000+

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MSc Childhood Speech Language & Communication Needs at National University of Ireland Galway